So 1/2” thick glass is like 30$, and the 1/8” glass they sell at home depot and lowes cracks real easily (personal experience), but MDF with laminate on all sides is 6$.
I gave it a quick test run for lapping the soles of my #5, #4 ...

I’ve decided to use my friends scroll saw for making the pieces for this project and to mimic the chess pieces from: GaryK
I found a great book at the local woodcraft store about scrollsawing chessmen, I’ll have to pick it up next t...

This is a map where I will be adding Hardwood Lumber Supply Stores, and General Woodworking Stores. I’ll add them as I find them. So refer back to this map for updates
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and this is the link if you just want to add it t...

I found this website, and now am inspired to make my own.http://www.straightupchess.com/store/index.cfm?category=2
I thought this was a really cool idea though I’m not sure yet on how I would want to install the glass or plexi row/sta...

Great link on how to sharpen and get a “scary” edge, tried it up to 150 grit and it was pretty scary. I don’t want to imagine a few thousand.
spoiler: sticky sided sandpaper on glass (for a flat surface)
Article by Taunton ...

Welcome to Lumberjocks . This is a great community of people with like interests.There is much to learn here & you will have the opportunity to share your skills & ideas with others. I hope you enjoy LJ’s as much as I do.

Welcome to the shop. I look forward to seeing your projects and I hope you enjoy the site. There is alot of good information available from both professionals and amateurs who are willing to share their craft. God Bless!